2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1997 Acura RL
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 345 kg more than 1997 Acura RL.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 1997 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1997 Acura RL | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | Ducato | RL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
